CurrentReport Blog In a bold declaration following a contentious presidential debate with Donald Trump on June 27, President Joe Biden has stated that only divine intervention could make him step down from the 2024 presidential race. Biden’s remarks come amidst growing calls from various quarters urging him to reconsider his candidacy, primarily due to concerns over his performance during the debate and his overall health and mental acuity.
During an interview with ABC News on Friday, Biden expressed his steadfast resolve to continue his campaign. “I mean if the Lord Almighty came down and said, ‘Joe, get outta the race,’ I would get outta the race. The Lord Almighty’s not coming down. I mean, these hypotheticals,” Biden asserted. He continued, emphasizing his belief in his qualifications and vision for the country, stating, “I don’t think anybody is more qualified to be president or win this race than me.”
The debate on June 27 saw Biden and Trump clashing on several issues, but Biden’s performance sparked criticism and concern among voters, political analysts, and stakeholders. Many pointed to perceived lapses in his responses and his overall demeanor as indicative of potential issues with his health and mental alertness.
Despite the criticism, Biden remains unfazed and confident in his ability to lead. “Look, I’m running again because I think I understand best what has to be done to take this nation to a completely new level. We are on our way. We are on our way,” he remarked, highlighting his commitment to his campaign and his vision for America’s future.